We move, we dance, we set fire to the spirit... and we teach others how to do the same.
Samba!
Salsa!
Calypso!
Reggae!
Afro-Caribbean!
Belly Dancing!
...just to name a few. If you like these dances, you will love Congolese, the root of them all. Ah, "root". A good word. Congolese dance connects us with the "root" of our bodies, the strong, powerful, erotic, fiery inner core that lies just below the abdomen.
More than building strength, Congolese dance uses the body's healing vibrations -- through pelvic rotation, high energy movements, and live drumming pulsing through your system like a heartbeat. Yeah...
For those of a more pragmatic nature, we should mention that Congolese dance helps combat reproductive disorders such as fibroids, ovarian cysts, and irregular cycles, as well as disorders of the prostate. The movements increase the flow of oxygen and blood to the body's mid-section, which aids in the prevention of disease.
Check out Congolese Dance Classes with Funmi!!!
Funmilayo's classes will teach you Congolese dance techniques that will have you moving your body with grace and confidence. Funmilayo has been teaching for close to 20 years and is an expert at teaching even the most difficult steps in a simple, easy-to-follow style. Funmi's company, Fushadance Company, has performed around the world, especially in Europe and the USA with great reviews!!!
Live Drumming in each class!
Open to all levels - Beginners are Welcome!
Class Schedule
Tuesdays
6:00 to 7:30pm
D'Joniba Dance and Drum Centre
37 E 18th Street between Broadway and Park, 7th Floor
4, 5, 6, Q, R, N, W, L trains to 14th Street
Wednesdays
6:30 to 8:00pm
Charles Moore Dance Theater,
397 Bridge Street bet Fulton and Willoughby, 2nd Floor
2,3 trains to Hoyt Street or A or F to Jay Street
Thursdays
7:30 to 9:00pm
Black River Dance
345 Lenox Blvd. @ 127th Street
2 or 3 train to 125th Street
Sundays
1:00 to 3:00pm
Alvin Ailey
405 W 55th Street at 9th Ave.
A, D, or 1 train to 59th Street
Drummers: Dajoud Delgado, Isaac, Fitz Samm, Omara, Jean Marie, Willie White, Douglas Bueno, Peter Barr and Al MacDowell
For more info:
www.funmidance.com
myspace.com/fushadanceco
[email protected]
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212-560-2313
